Ciara Linnane

Stem-cell research is on the cusp of a breakthrough that could come as soon as 2025, and two biotech companies with promising therapies stand to gain, according to a new report from Maxim Group on Thursday.

Stem-cell research is on the cusp of a breakthrough that could come as soon as 2025, and two biotech companies with promising therapies stand to gain, according to a new report from Maxim Group on Thursday.

Krispy Kreme Inc.’s stock fell 2% early Wednesday, after the company said a breach of its IT systems has had a material impact on its business operations and is likely to continue to do so until it can complete recovery efforts.

Macy’s Inc.’s stock rose 2.9% early Monday after two of the troubled department-store chain’s shareholders launched a campaign calling for a new approach to restoring profitability and returns, including cost cuts and accelerated share buybacks. Barington Capital Group and Thor Equities are clamori

Alaska Airlines Inc.’s stock was up 1.6% early Tuesday, after the regional carrier joined rivals in raising its fourth-quarter guidance as revenue rose more than expected and costs came down.

United Natural Foods Inc.’s stock soared 23% Tuesday after the health-food supplier delivered a surprise adjusted profit for its fiscal first quarter and sales that easily beat estimates.

United Natural Foods Inc.’s stock soared 23% Tuesday after the health-food supplier delivered a surprise adjusted profit for its fiscal first quarter and sales that easily beat estimates.

Benchmark starts coverage with a buy rating and price target offering a 38% upside.

Ulta Beauty Inc.’s stock soared 12% Friday, boosted by a flood of stock-price-target hikes from analysts who cheered the cosmetics company’s latest earnings and raised guidance. The stock was on track for its biggest one-day gain in more than two years, according to Dow Jones Market Data. The last

The stock was on track for its biggest one-day gain in more than two years.